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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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